Navajo Grandma Reservation Life

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  • @keely_cn8924
    @keely_cn8924 3 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    Grandma dropping the truth bombs today. A lot of people don't realize that the 1860's was like yesterday, and all the trauma from everything that was going down under colonization is still fresh. My great great grandmother was fighting the colonial govt in Mexico in the 1890's as a teenager. This continent will return to the stewardship of her native people sooner rather than later. Thanks for the stories!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Truth is truth. You are right it has not been that long ago, but what we do with our knowledge is of most importance. We need to move upwards and onward together no matter where or who we are. We are not alone and loved. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @jenniferhampton5171
      @jenniferhampton5171 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Many white people relate the most to indigenous ways. I wish for a Native American president. Joy in simplicity and nature.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      @@jenniferhampton5171 I myself, however crazy it sounds, have thought of that. I was to run for Navajo Nation President but found so many of my Dine' who needed me in a lawsuit that we won in every court proceeding. My Atty couldn't believe he won because my belief is that there should never be a Navajo Nation President who does not speak Dine' Bizaad (Navajo language). The opposition went crazy and hated me, but it was okay because I pray it remains that our leaders should speak the language and not just English.

    • @hilohaianmolinere7168
      @hilohaianmolinere7168 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@NavajoGrandma As a Native Cajun mix Mom was Cajun my Father was a Choctaw United Houma Nation mix I feel the same way about leaders in Both the Native and Cajun communities. One should speak the language if they want to lead people.

    • @hilohaianmolinere7168
      @hilohaianmolinere7168 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Jesse Caldwell You make a great point here. My issue with the Language is this, English is a very limited Language. I lack the knowledge to explain the difference between Cajun French and English. I am pretty fluent in Cajun French. A simple greeting differs greatly from Cajun French to the English hello. I once read an article while at Sea that said forgive me I can not recall if it was Navajo or the Lakota Language one is the most descriptive Language on Earth.

  • @Paul-hg3hm
    @Paul-hg3hm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +194

    I can assure you, there are many listening to you. You are touching many lives and you are a blessing to us all. Thank You so much for sharing your wisdom.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Thus my prayers have become even greater with each inclusive. We heal one another, being truthful, honest, sharing and showing each other ways that aid in being prepared or simply making it through the day at times. Knowing we are not alone but loved. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

    • @stevelorenz6091
      @stevelorenz6091 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      yes. thank you. your voice and sharing ,is the much needed of simple innocent clean talking story don't stop

  • @rhythmaddict808
    @rhythmaddict808 3 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    Mahalo Navajo Grandma. When Hawaii Statehood was announced my Hawaiian father wept, he said it would never be the same, and it's true. Our culture barely exists, very few speak Hawaiian. The locals cannot afford the rent or to buy a home and when we do, it's far from town in the middle of nowhere, slummy or dangerous (like where I live). I feel very blessed to have what I have. I love how you try to stay positive and I know there are events and stories you could speak of, to educate us, remind us, so we can all say the same prayer and hold a strong vision for us all. I feel like I've made a new sistah here! You can see me here on youtube, I played congas with Marvin Gaye Montreaux 1980, enjoy!
    With Warmest Aloha from Maui-Sandra Lee Akaka

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Aloha to you Sandra, Yes I am your sister, we all have so much in common no matter in the desert, the isles of the sea, or on this big turtle island. I read your comment to my son who is Japanese, Hawaiian, Navajo. His grandfather came from the island of Maui. I have 7 children and my son, Keakaokalani said, Wow, Mom, she sounds awesome. Loved your comment. Ahehee. Navajo Grandma

    • @inthesameuniverse
      @inthesameuniverse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I am currently learning Hawaiian. I am not fluent in it yet but the language is so beautiful and so is the Hawaiian culture and the people I hope to visit there one day :) Much love 💕

    • @xikano8573
      @xikano8573 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I love hearing you speak your native tongue. Although I don't understand it, I try to listen with my heart. I'd also love to hear the origin story of the Navajo people.

    • @kaecake9575
      @kaecake9575 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Ya'at'eeh Shik'is
      Love to you Kanaka Maoli from Diné Nation
      Iyanbito/Ft Wingate NM.
      I never knew I was saying Ukulele wrong.
      I don't say it like a Mainlander
      I perform my music and now I correct what we were misled.

  • @jrpacer6355
    @jrpacer6355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    We need to learn more about this in schools it's American history

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I pray we can have this happen. Our ancestors taught us greatness and protections, to survive in all circumstances with virtues and values. You are right that is not what they teach, but political communism now. Horrific. God help us. Navajo Grandma

    • @Hello-ye2bi
      @Hello-ye2bi 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma your channel is absolutely amazing! Please keep it up!!!

  • @tglass0000
    @tglass0000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    The miracle of this generation is that this truth can be spoken and it becomes instantly accessible to the world. This changes minds. Bless you for speaking the truth.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thank you for saying it perfectly. Yes technology is now bringing Navajo Grandma to Sweden, Brazil, Australia, Philippines, Scotland, Israel, England, Russia believe it or not, and elsewhere. I am not amazed but grateful for the influence we can have on others for good everywhere. Excellent comment so true. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @mumv2089
    @mumv2089 3 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    Although I’m native, I was put into system at a young age. I stumbled on your channel just yesterday. From 6mo. to age 6yrs. I was mostly raised by my grandfather. So much of what you have said brought him to life again for me. I have yearned my whole life to find my roots. To learn our ways. Thank you. Because now I have found my mentor. Thank you.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      What a compliment. You are amazing Mum. Hugs to you always. Navajo Grandma

    • @paulbucklebuckle4921
      @paulbucklebuckle4921 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I'm a Romany Gypsy man who grew up outside his culture eventually I made contact and all I can say is reach out , make contact , tell them your story and your people are waiting for you and miss you .

    • @teresajennings9859
      @teresajennings9859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same here...luckily..blessed?...idk but Creator musta agreed w my grands..for me to be adopted by sda missionaries...who kept in touch w my BLOOD FAM...but ar around 34...I've felt NM...HOME...PUKKING ME...SOMETIMES SI HARD ITS HARD TO BREATH.....I came across you Navajo Grandmother...I am very appreciative of you helping me LEARN. TY.
      PS-..1864...THE LONG WALK...Grandfather was 6 then....he passed in '79..😥🤣 I do remember bits of his stories....but I need more of .....who I shoulda been??...idk..but I'm taking my daughter's ashes to...her HOME...also... Farmington NM AREA....LA VIDA

  • @bbaNMDesertHwy57
    @bbaNMDesertHwy57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    We love you Grandma, always know that.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for that reassurance, grandma really needs this. Navajo Grandma

    • @bbaNMDesertHwy57
      @bbaNMDesertHwy57 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NavajoGrandma :)💖💕

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@bbaNMDesertHwy57 such kindness!!

  • @kathyharris8331
    @kathyharris8331 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Grandma, dont stop your self from becoming emotional talking truth, you were feeling your ancestors. That proved what you were telling us: that we are never alone. Thank you for loving us, especially those of us you know are disenfranchised from our tribes.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you and I will try harder not to get too emotional.. Love you. Navajo Grandma

  • @carolynanderson7879
    @carolynanderson7879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    Thank you so much for sharing your hard earned wisdom. I fear that the world is doomed without grandmas like you.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I am nothing without my grandparent's teachings. Thank goodness I listened. Well the world is not doing well but each of us can change that by changing our lives first then changing the rest. That is how it starts. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @peachmelba9333
      @peachmelba9333 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma Walk in peace and 😂 Joy and thank you for Your Wisdom!

    • @kmuno1783
      @kmuno1783 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for sharing your history. My grandma was a teacher and taught the Navajo on the reservation. She had a love for the people and for the children.

    • @dr.kimberlyweitl4891
      @dr.kimberlyweitl4891 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We are doomed. The government has made the people overly dependent on them.

    • @princekrazie
      @princekrazie 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      الم ٌٌٍَُِِّْْٰٓ ترءي خٌبٍْيٓسٓصٓلٌاَ

  • @ggamble9288
    @ggamble9288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    That brought tears to my eyes. I was lucky to have two wonderful grandparents that were always there for me when I needed them. But they're both gone now but not forgotten. I left a reservation 30 plus years ago to better myself not knowing that one day I'll have a family of my own. I look forward going back home to see my family every chance I get.. I'm really blessed in life.. thank you for telling about how they struggle and overcame 👍🏾👌🏾

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Now and then we need to be told the truth and be sober and appreciate all we have. We do live in a world of gimme gimme, mine mine, I want I want. It only leads away from being true to yourself. Being sober teaches virtues like love, care, concern, sacrifice, all that is Godly. Our ancestors all knew God and His love, they subsisted on it, how else could those build ships and many died to come to this land of freedom, give their all to come to this land, or our ancestors who ended up on reservations to make do with all that they had off the land. Struggles are beautiful, now we don't need to, now struggle to be wise, self sufficient, aware of the past and make it better. Loving one another and truly caring. Navajo Grandma

    • @robertcavalluzzi8112
      @robertcavalluzzi8112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@NavajoGrandma grandma that is how the truth I can't drink due I have a pacemaker it helps my heart beating better 4 years ago I had a weak muscle next to my heart I stop smoking cigarettes 28 yrs ago i was preying to God to make me better and it help me a lot God wants me to eat better to have a healthy lifestyle how I take care of my self so grandma your teaching teaches me a lot from you I think of my grandparents and parents which is no longer with me and my brother to I keep pictures of them so I feel there with me grandma you make me feel that I felt I am your student the way we go through it your happiness and wisdom make me a better person it's all in the heart that a how I see it God wants me to get along all different people love and hugs grandma no matter where you are your always be in my heart

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@robertcavalluzzi8112 You are a good soul. When you pray, speak to your heart that it will beat perfectly and strong. I know God is not finished with you, you are being a light to other subscribers as they read your comments. Grandma prays for each and everyone of you, no matter where we exist, we are loved and forgiven and blessed by God. He knows you and cares so much for you. Now go be your best and smile. God and be healed. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @PolyPrincess315
    @PolyPrincess315 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I was raised by a family where I was taught the best thing to do for the Native Americans was to bring them into our homes and let them go to our schools and teach them our ways. My parents became foster parents for native youth and we had native foster siblings! I watched them cry because they missed their families and their homes.
    I felt terrible about it back then as a child and to this day I carry guilt for my parents and other people just like them. They meant well but it was not the answer!! Thank you so much for sharing and educating and helping all of us understand there is a better way!!! I learned a lot from my foster brothers. I have fond memories to this day of Navajo language and totems and the things that they taught me. It has caused me to want to learn so much more about Native American culture and beliefs and tradition. But I would’ve rather them stay with their families and receive the help and support to their communities instead of just removing them from their homes!! You are a blessing!! I wish I could sit under that tree and just talk to you! And I am sorry!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Ok Amira, your comment here needs to be etched on every heart and buildings of these churches and leaders and any organizations, and I praise you for understanding this. You have give the most outstanding wisdom about foster care no matter if it involves religion or not. You said "But I would've rather them stay with their families and receive the help and support to their communities instead of just removing them from their homes." Oh my goodness, you are filled with pure wisdom. It didn't happen though. Many suicides, confusion, loss of language, sexual abuse, horrible things but some learned the whiteman's ways, it was good, but still a detriment to a certain extent. Your words and comment is powerful. You just don't realize. Bless you for understanding. Do not feel terrible as it was not you who did this, you saw and understood, you are not held accountable, be free and love and be kind. Hugs to you. Navajo Grandma

    • @PolyPrincess315
      @PolyPrincess315 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@NavajoGrandma thank you! Tears are streaming down my face. And I don’t know what else to say...Except to share with you my gratitude for your words and your compassion!
      I didn’t realize how much I had carried this throughout my life! Just hearing you say “be free” brought a torrent of relief and love!!! Again, if I could speak with you in person there would be so much more to say and so much to learn. But for now I will watch every video ...I love you and I your way of life!
      I pray we have learned from our mistakes!

    • @peachmelba9333
      @peachmelba9333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@PolyPrincess315 And I too wish this- Navajo Grandma- I will carry your words in my ❤

  • @GertrudJakob-pf4if
    @GertrudJakob-pf4if 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Liebe Navajo Grandma! VIELEN HERZLICHEN DANK für all das Teilen Ihres Wissens eurer uralten Kultur und zu überleben mit dem wenigen und doch wertvollem was die Mutter 🌎 dennoch schenkt. Ich hab schon in sehr jungen Jahren mich alleine mit der Kultur und den Traditionen eurer Völker beschäftigt und fie Grausamkeit wie ihr behandelt und um euer Land betrogen wurdet. Mein tiefes Mitgefühl und meinen großen Respekt vor Ihnen/ euch allen. Ich liebe euch von ganzem Herzen. Wünsche soviel Gutes und Glück. Verliert niemals eure Wurzeln.❤😊

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Vielen Dank für Ihre Fürsorge und Ihre weise Weisheit und Ihre Worte für uns alle hier bei Navajo Grandma. Wir alle müssen unsere Kultur und unsere heiligen Traditionen bewahren. Es ist mir eine Freude, alles zu teilen, was mir beigebracht wurde, und es bereitet mir große Freude, dass Ihre Fürsorge und Fürsorge der Navajo-Oma gilt, obwohl Sie sich auf der anderen Seite der großen Gewässer befinden, und das wird sehr geschätzt. Ich sende dir über die großen Gewässer meine Umarmungen und Liebe. Wir hatten heute Muttertag hier und hoffen, dass Sie eine wundervolle Seele sind und dass wir auch für Ihr ganzes Herz und Ihre Sorgen gefeiert werden. Sie sind eine gute Seele. Gute Besserung. Navajo-Oma

  • @esmeraldapooner751
    @esmeraldapooner751 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    It is such a delightful thing just to have a dollar store. I don't care if people tease me about not having the latest style. I grew up in the housing projects sometimes we did not have hot water, but we had water. In 1990 I spent one month in Mexico City with relatives. They tried to tell me before I left that when I come back I will realize that I'm not poor. I understand now. Thanks for your wisdom.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love you sweetheart, you are my heart. Navajo Grandma

  • @rissanen1957
    @rissanen1957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My mother was not native from this country but she felt it was very important that we knew the history and the truth about native people. My best friends were from the South Dakota reservation and I was taught so much that I didn’t learn from my mother. But combined learning taught me so much. My friends Steve and his sister were so close it didn’t surprise me that they died three days apart. Steve went back to live on the reservation for some time and we kept in touch. This is how I learned that his tribe and my mothers people had so much in common. I get so angry when I hear people speak negatively about native people. You may laugh but my favorite native person as a child was Geronimo. I really like that he was stubborn and refused to live like the white man wanted him to live. He was a beautiful person and I loved his pride. To this day he is one of my favorite still. I want to do a wall in my house dedicated to all the native chiefs by collecting their photos and filling the wall from top to bottom. You have much to be thankful for. You had great heritage and many wonderful chiefs and story tellers and medicine men and woman and a line of prideful people to be thankful for. I watch another channel all the time and he is a hoop dancer and he has such a beautiful bubbly personality and I hope that many native people stop the drinking and drugs and see what this one kid has so much pride as a dancer and they all work so hard and practice all the time. I want to see more native people love themselves and walk away from the alcohol and drugs and show the world they won’t fall into the white mans diseases and show how they won’t drink and do drugs and do what your doing by having pride in yourself.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Marilyn “pure words of wisdom to live by.” Thank you for this beautiful comment. Love and hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @evessawallace174
      @evessawallace174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Amen to Our Native Peeps getting off the Alchohol and drugs. Someone would have to be blind not to know that whole alchohol making/ selling/ arresting for intoxication is nothing more than a trick of the enemy. I pray our peeps will snap out of that old dead spell.

  • @lauraellen189
    @lauraellen189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Many blessing Grandma, I see now that the strength of the Diné people was their ability to see blessings in everything, to be grateful for what they had, to find a way to use everything and the strength of a community that cared for each other. I admire you and your people soooo much! In these modern times it is shameful how ungrateful people are. Thank you for sharing!! 🥰🙏🏻❤

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Laura, you always have an incredible insight on my videos. Love it. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @lauraellen189
      @lauraellen189 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      🥰

  • @jenniferruip4688
    @jenniferruip4688 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    We need more grandma's like this.

  • @anitainmo489
    @anitainmo489 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Indigenous people are so beautiful. The women are gorgeous. I love how they honor and respect Mother Earth.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      You living in America on Turtle Island, you are indigenous too. Remember that. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @lorimollette3970
      @lorimollette3970 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ñ

  • @cami-loo108
    @cami-loo108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Navajo Grandma for sharing your gifts

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome. More to come. Navajo Grandma

  • @mikkikas6821
    @mikkikas6821 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I've made smudge sticks from the juniper. Nice! As an Ojibwe from Michigan, I learned long ago the ways if the forest, herbs and grasses to eat or for medicine. Now a couple years here in White Mountains, there are very new plants to learn about, some for foods and some as medicines.
    I have had to live in my van with no where to go but where ever my van took me. I learned a long time ago how to bathe and make your own porta potty and make light. You are so right!! Having to be resourceful to survive makes you able to survive. Camping rustic and boondocking makes you a stronger, wiser person. Now, with all the people suddenly with no jobs or places to live, have lost eyes, not knowing what to do or what should they do next. What did our ancestors do? As a child I learned these things. Now they have proven useful. There is SO much to learn and use from other cultures for good living and enrichment of life. Learn from each other. For many it has become a way of life and not just survival. We can do it!
    And, YES! Our government has screwed ALL people. The people are nothing to them. But governments of all countries through the ages have done this. History keeps repeating itself, few ever learn.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I am sad to hear what you are going through but I know God answers my prayers and I pray for your safety, shelter, and food and more so the creativity in all you are doing to live. Yes, this is due to the government and I mean awful government. The sufferings they will be held accountable for, but for now, we need to be strong, be prayerful, and yes learn, learn, learn from our ancestors. It brings enlightenment and light into our circumstances. Be brave and continue to be amazing. Grandma keeps you in her prayers dearest Mikki. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @warisbs
    @warisbs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never stop sharing your knowledge... many are now listening as I can see!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's the plan! Thank you for your input Heyoka, realizing more each day how imperative it is to be a Navajo Grandma family caring for each other, listening, hearing, a place to be home. Hugs forever. Navajo Grandma

  • @carolinehorton8225
    @carolinehorton8225 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I join others in saying thank you for sharing your stories, the history of the interactions of the Navaho and white man. God will judge those who have treated your people unjustly .
    Thank you for sharing your wisdom and compassion too🤗

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Thank you Caroline, looking back in history, every culture was treated unjustly, you are learning somewhat about mine. It shouldn't make us angry but stronger and wiser. That's the beauty I see in it all. Sure it brought tears to my eyes researching and finding out what happened to my grandparents on the reservation, I wailed, but I let it go and now I am stronger and teaching each of you my culture and hoping you see the incredible beauty that came from the desert from what seemed like lack. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

    • @lizcox1165
      @lizcox1165 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The first will be last and the last shall be first.

  • @bayoubushcraftandsurvival8842
    @bayoubushcraftandsurvival8842 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Grandma thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I'm Creek and Seminole and I'm trying to learn the ways of my ancestors. Watching your channel inspires me and makes me feel so good in times that are not good. Please know you lift my spirit and me feel at peace. We love you and pray for you.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  ปีที่แล้ว

      What a kind reply and comment from you to Grandma. Thank you so much. I could feel your feeling of inspiration for your tribal culture that you also want to learn. No matter what tribe we all inspire one another in one way or another. We are truly family and have such a culture and traditions from our ancestors that awakens us to the true virtues and morals of mankind created by God. I love that as I was taught that from my Nali and my Bizhi (my paternal grandparents.) I pray that you will go sit with your grandparents or parents and learn from them what they remember and how to continue your traditions and culture of your Creek and Seminole tribe. It is wonderful. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @bayoubushcraftandsurvival8842
      @bayoubushcraftandsurvival8842 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma thank you

  • @amberbumpus6174
    @amberbumpus6174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    HalleluYah! This is what will save us in the end. Abba is bringing us into the wilderness. We need to learn what we can from those who have been here all this time. I am with you my sister. We are not alone! Our Mighty YHWH will save us by His mighty Right Hand our Messiah Yeshua! One day I will sit with you and eat corn mush and ash. 🙏

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I love your words Amber, it is true. You have a beautiful culture too that came from suffering. That is why we are strong and resilient. Right? Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @bretwiley6675
    @bretwiley6675 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Very pertinent. With what’s going on in Texas right now..... no water, no electricity, no grocery store is open. Actually things are looking a little better today. But the reality is that us “city folks “ don’t know how to cope or help ourselves in desperate times.
    While most people are panicked about not being able to charge their iPhones I’m thinking more along the lines of.... this could have been worse. What do we do? Our source of income is temporarily gone. No work, no food, no electricity..... for some.... out of hope.
    Please keep making videos. I really enjoy them and learn from them.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Hi Bret, yes I have heard, but you see, our strength is our own. We are the ones to go and learn, remain constructive when the world is going to hell as it were, and we remain at peace because we are prepared. There is joy in being prepared and yes, when we are caught off guard like this situation in Texas, we need to re-examine our ways, what are we really doing to being self sufficient, and helping ourselves and our neighbors? Of course, with the Covid, we don't do things like we use to. But so we learn for ourselves to make this world better and much better prepared by teaching ourselves and through our grandparents and parents. Navajo Grandma

    • @kathleenelaine7039
      @kathleenelaine7039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NavajoGrandma I have sympathy and compassion for the people of Texas. They are no less important than Navajo people. Yes you know to gather wood & water, similarly if you see video footage there are people locating water and finding heat sources, just like Navajo people. I find it hateful how many people become unsympathetic to the victims that happened in Texas. Navajo comments like, "What is appalling about Texas, we (Navajo) been living like that for years." Sad that Navajo tells the govt. we need help, Covid is taking lives, easily applying for hardship money and going to distribution point to get free supplies. Where's the giving spirit when others outside Navajo are going through tragedy? All you see on posted social media, "oh so what? we live like that without electricity for years, no water". So much judgement about what happened in Texas, yet they weren't there.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@kathleenelaine7039 Well we can change the world beginning with ourselves. Try hard not to take offense and try to understand. Yes those comments aren't great but some come from those who have been mistreated at home, publicly, on and on. They haven't forgiven themselves and others. We are all learning. Let's use our Constitutional Amendments to lift ourselves and be better examples. Have you watched my Smudging video. Paw, paw, paw, let it go. You can't control these folks. Let them be whatever, just make sure you are the gracious one and take the higher road of being kind and understanding. I am proud of you and your sensitivity as without that we would not lift ourselves. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @kristalvelez554
    @kristalvelez554 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Substance farming will hopefully come back someday. I dream of a homestead someday and I want to get back to my roots. I really appreciate your insight on life and your energy.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Kristal, you and me both, that dream of a homestead is also mine. It is coming to fruition after all these years. One day, I would like to be invited to yours and mine will also have the cultural aspects to share. I want everyone to learn to feel what it feels like to sleep in a hogan, to wake up early to pray with pollen, to smudge themselves, to eat from the earth, walk without shoes, to heal, to be happy. My shangri-la, as it were. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @goingaround223
      @goingaround223 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma You'd be amazed how many white people would love to learn from you. Learn to love our planet, and one another. The dream of a simpler life is growing daily.

  • @09echols
    @09echols 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Grandma for your wisdom.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome and know your grandma loves you. Navajo Grandma

  • @sarahconway8356
    @sarahconway8356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thankyou and thankful for the weavers

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome Sarah, yes, there are many who are incredible at weaving and more that stand in the midst of poverty and are giants. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @sarahconway8356
      @sarahconway8356 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NavajoGrandma I can remember when I was little seeing Aunt Mary or aunt Augusta weaving on a great big handmade loom

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@sarahconway8356 Write these memories down, describe how it made you feel, what you thought, who it was their name and age and where this occurred and even if you remember the designs. You will remember these moments and be thankful you did write these things down. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @cheri7054
    @cheri7054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful blessing. Thank you!!!!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you appreciate this video. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @lyndabuswell139
    @lyndabuswell139 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thx.so very much for sharing a part of your lives.blessings.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome and lynda keep watching, listening and learning with joy. Hugs to you. Navajo Grandma

  • @zibahmac4327
    @zibahmac4327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Navajo Grandma, I appreciate you and I love you. You are beautiful.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What kind words of Hozho you gave to grandma. So precious. Love you back. Navajo Grandma

  • @jenniferhampton5171
    @jenniferhampton5171 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you. I am sorry for the disgraceful behavior of so many.
    I admire your true deep strength.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jennifer thank you for your kind comment. Well we have said, paw, paw, paw, we let it go. But some things still need to be said, then we move onward. Right? Hugs to you to be kind to all and serve each other the best you can with kindness called Hozho. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @Sandy.Squirrel
    @Sandy.Squirrel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Grandma, I grew up in the city...sort of. Our home growing up was in the city, but we grew most of our own food. We had electricity and gas, but most of the cooking was done in the pit outside. I remember going to school and feeling bad for the kids in my class because I had my bowl of cornmeal mush for breakfast and all they had was some boxed cereal. And during the summer everybody around us had their houses closed up and were running their air conditioners and our house was all opened up and we had the wet sheets hanging in the doors and windows. When I got older I found out that most people thought we were poor. But we weren't poor, our parents and grandparents just raised us to enjoy the real things in life not just the easy things. The easy living can be gone quickly, but real living makes for a long good life. ❤❤

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sandy how I would have loved living with you. Yes, it was a wonderful way to grow up. I envy your wet cool sheets to cool the house down. So lovely. You were blessed and so grateful you know this that you weren't poor but rich in family and the ways of your family. Rejoice and know you had a true childhood. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @Sandy.Squirrel
      @Sandy.Squirrel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma I loved my childhood. I feel bad for the kids that have no clue as to what family is and have an understanding of honoring and taking care of Mother Earth, Father Sky, Grandmother Moon and they will take care of you. Kids now a days know very little to nothing at all as to who their ancestors are or their stories of their lives, and that's where some of life's greatest teachings come from.
      I still use wet cooling sheets during the summer. My husband has learned to appreciate them over the years. He had never seen or heard of them till he met me.
      You and I would have had a great time together in my childhood because you are like I am and you see where the true richness is in life and it has nothing to do with how much one owns, but sharing and building memories with others and passing on traditions. 😉❤❤ Huge hugs to you.

  • @sarahwest5964
    @sarahwest5964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Hi Grandma. Thank you for the teaching. When i was studying for my masters i learned about the navajo nation and past and current struggles. I wish more non native people learned what you are teaching us. Thank you for the lesson grandma.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Sarah, what a learned person you are, congratulations. I appreciate that you watched this and understood and listened to what grandma was teaching. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @flyinshallot
    @flyinshallot 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Navajo Grandma.You have helped this woman tonight...

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so glad! Grandma loves you always. Hugs

  • @CindyG-NYC
    @CindyG-NYC 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Gratitude, humility and loving the simple life. Thank you Grandma 🌎🕊❤

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are correct and full of wisdom in knowing this. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @TheKyice61
    @TheKyice61 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Navajo Grandma and grandpa these videos touch my heart so deeply. Thank you for speaking the TRUTH ! Your words,knowledge and wisdom are a blessing. I am sure the father is very happy! GOD bless you and the NavajoGrandma nation!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching and learning and pray for you and all that you need to learn and become. Grandma

  • @userZero2U
    @userZero2U 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for reminding me to be grateful for going up on a reservation. I no longer have both my indigenous grandmothers but watching you helps bring back those memories of sitting in my grandma's kitchen watching her cook and tell stories of when she was little. My mom was a single mother raising 5 children on the reservation so money was definitely tight. A lot of what she raised us on was taught to her by my paternal grandmother. She cooked traditional foods and what to forage in the hills and mountains nearby and how be self-sustaining by canning and growing our own food. I still use much of what I was taught and teach my children too.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Excellent comment, this is what I want to hear from my subscribers. How they were raised, how they are using their culture or traditions and teachings to continue in their lives even after their parents have passed or grandparents. Remembering our roots and the way things were done need to be continued through us, writing down our thoughts, remembrances, through our eyes not anyone else's is so critical to preserve our teachings. Thank you for t his awesome comment. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @CM-ol1bd
    @CM-ol1bd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for Sharing your experiences and your wisdom.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome. Thank you for you kind comment. Navajo Grandma

  • @ElaineSimplyEL
    @ElaineSimplyEL 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for your words of wisdom. BLESS!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for taking the time to watch, learn and listen. Listening being a most divine virtue. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @ElaineSimplyEL
      @ElaineSimplyEL 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma Thank you. Bless!

  • @Wiccy8
    @Wiccy8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you , i like these stories Grandma.😌😘

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for being so receptive. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @Wiccy8
      @Wiccy8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Good morning Grandma, how are you doing today? I hope well my Sister, love and greetings from your sister Gea 😀❣✌👍

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Wiccy8 Hi there Gea I am doing well. Gpa and I did a lot of Native American ancestral research today. Thank you for asking and remember we love you always. Pray always and enjoy your Holiday. Hugs galore. Navajo Grandma

  • @bjoburn7821
    @bjoburn7821 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Living Off Grid you will survive in Nature. Nature's Blessings! Many are going back to simple ways of life. Thanks for Sharing Life!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      And you are right, many are doing this now. Or maybe in the rural places too as they are gardening, getting their own chickens, quails for meat, turkey, rabbits, and cows for their own milk. Things are changing and hope we do wake up and realize how wonderful it is to going back to the basics. Glad you must enjoy that. Good for you. Navajo Grandma

  • @mountain5623
    @mountain5623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your story.
    Not all of us have all the luxuries, or need them.
    I understand your ways. When I was very young I reached for the simplicity of living. The most earth based simple life that I could.
    Our peace is in our hearts.
    My Grandmother taught me these ways.
    I Am Blessed today. And I know why I am here. 💜🙏🏔️

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mountain, another comment needed to be etched on every building. I salute your dignity. My subscribers fill my heart with awe and inspiration. I love your comment, it is true and one of the greatest foundations is your last statement, "And I know why I am here." Just love you so. Grandma prays for you daily and every night. You are precious. Remember. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @mountain5623
      @mountain5623 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We as Grandmothers now, hold much responsibility. I Am thankful that I found your channel, and thankful for the opportunity to hear your words.
      We must teach our children and grandchildren, So they may teach there's.
      💜🏔️🌷

  • @allyshawalters9434
    @allyshawalters9434 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    grandma I wish I could meet you, your awesome!!!!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Allysha Walters, like I said to others, you will meet me one day. You don't need to tell me where you live but what state? Never say never. I love everyone of you, as we are one big family. Love you. Navajo Grandma

  • @globalman2
    @globalman2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    love listening to your stories. I come to the Navajo nation a few times a year and always enjoy myself. Would be very interesting to meet someone like you.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well yes, I would love to meet you as well. There are many subscribers whom I have met. I always say there is always time to spend in the Navajo reservation to see its beauty and people. I always feel rejuvenated as I travel and work as well. Always wonderful to come home. Navajo Grandma

    • @globalman2
      @globalman2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NavajoGrandma how do I contact u next time I come ? I live in Vegas so pretty close

    • @globalman2
      @globalman2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma thats awesome ! Last time I was in Monument Valley I chatted a long time with jewelry sellers … was fascinating to hear their views

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@globalman2 Here is my email address: dinehgrandma@gmail.com. Write to Grandma there. Axhehee. Navajo Grandma

    • @globalman2
      @globalman2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma thank u !

  • @robinmunoz9791
    @robinmunoz9791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Aww, Navajo Grandma, I love you giving this history, even as a Mexican it’s important that we all hear this and it’s sad that your people, Gods Children still suffer to this day for the lack of modern conveniences. Lord continue to bless Navajo Grandma and may she continue to grow listeners to hear her loving messages of Wisdom to the young, Amen💜🥰 in Jesus Name, 🙏🏼 Amen
    I feel you heart in each message you give 🥰

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Robin you are so kind to grandma and giving comments of Hozho. While we may not have the conveniences of the day, we are blessed thru our lack that we know how to survive. That helped me thru when we lost our house, had to pack everything to put in storage, lived in our car until our children found out then covid struck. I just say, the best of God's children get lots of tests and we always come thru right? You are one of the best too. Hugs from Navajo Grandma

  • @janetrowe186
    @janetrowe186 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I remember as child.i was born 1951.we lived in boonies.no electricity no tv.just radio.we got our wood for heat.lamp for light. It was a camp.not regular house.dad was in ww11. I bless you much.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Janet, you are my old school. Just how I remember. I love your memories and love hearing from you. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @lindaj5492
    @lindaj5492 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Another beautiful video, thank you. Very interesting to hear about Juniper helping with stress and anxiety. Science is still re-discovering what native people across every continent have known for thousands of years about the local plants and their beneficial uses.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you watched and learning. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @theresasledge92
    @theresasledge92 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thx a million 4sharing your life...I'm part Cherokee..I love the Native Americans..the true Americans..❤🐿🍀🌵

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Beautifully spoken. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @budojo3367
    @budojo3367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for sharing this truth. All Americans need to hear more of this.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Joe, thank you for your comment, it is true and I pray that those who listen will truly understand and follow through as examples of the higher laws of our ancestors for they are just and true. Thank you for subscribing and grateful to you. Navajo Grandma

  • @agathajoseph3886
    @agathajoseph3886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Dear Grandma I love you and love what you teaching I also love what you said about your grandfather Bless God for you . Thank you 💞

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much! Thank you for watching grandmas videos and hope you are learning. Appreciate your wonderful support and thank you for hearing my comments about my grandfather(shi Nali Hasteen), he did walk on water. All gpa's do. Love you. Navajo Grandma

  • @annieashton1704
    @annieashton1704 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Navajo Grandma---I just love listening to you tell your stories, share the truths of life. We are probably about the same age, and I find that we have much in common---life was different when we were girls, family, faith and friendship. We had community. You extend that community in the present and I pray you will into the future.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow, thank you Annie, you are of the same spirit and full of the gifts and virtues of listening with your heart and spirit. You are precious and remember this always no matter what age we are. We are women with values and knowledge, we need to take our part and lift this generation the best we can. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @eleanornajar3702
    @eleanornajar3702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "Thank you so much for that"❤ thank you grama. I like what you shared

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome. Love you. Navajo Grandma

  • @leedavis6354
    @leedavis6354 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    We are thankful for you. You are absolutely right. We need to depend on ourselves and each other. Your grandfather was wise.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Lee you are full of the wisdom we all need. Not only was my Nali right so are you. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @Karnellar
    @Karnellar 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I love your thankful attitude.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching! Appreciate your listening ears and heart. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @lilo2226
    @lilo2226 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Her turquoise omg !So beautiful jewelry!😍

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you for watching this video and yes I kind of like my jewelry too. My dear husband gave this to me before Christmas, the next day he had a stroke and still alive. He has always been so kind to give me things with love. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @Visionsofjade
    @Visionsofjade 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Native Americans are some of the strongest people on earth. You have friends here in the UK who want you all to have justice and freedom. Thankyou for sharing about the juniper and about your life. Beautiful strong woman. Love and prayers from the UK x

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love to you all again as well. Yes we pray for true justice and freedom. Thank you. Navajo Grandma

  • @casey2401
    @casey2401 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just love & appreciate you, with all my heart & soul. 🖤🥰✌🏻

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Casey, I need not know you, but you are precious, Navajo Grandma prays for you daily, through the day and night. I bless you with all the strength and blessings only God knows to bless you with. You are so very important. Know this. Remember. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @ChiefSpirit8699
    @ChiefSpirit8699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you...Grandma..not by blood here...by tribes Elder teaching me how Survivor on my land here... I got .12 acres of land in Pahrump, NV and Cabin house here and 5 acres of land in Belen, NM area...Wado in Cherokee and Yakoke in Choctaw language...blessed you and your family and Grandchildren too..for blessing teaching of mother earth of way of life..by Chief Spirit of Cherokee and Choctaw Nation by blood here

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Joseph thank you for your comment. Great bunch of land hope you bless it and care for all the Creator's provided to you. Thank you for watching and learning. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @crazy4277
    @crazy4277 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank YOU 'Grandma'! Such an important lesson... Always be grateful, many are in far worse situations... We are always blessed! Thank YOU so much for being an amazing leader and teacher... I am grateful for you! I am sending you great love and blessings! Ahéhee'!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely!! Thank you again and again. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @Georgian1717
    @Georgian1717 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is a blessing Navajo grandmother. This society is bereft of the essence of life. They are chasing inanimate objects, spent time with machines all day and are never happy with what they have. Living in the desert taught me of the incredible beauty, the stillness, the expansion, the silence, the stars, the land, the community and the simplicity. I once spent time with a grandmother in Taos NM who made me fry bread and sang her song with a small drum and I became one with all life in that moment on the dirt floor. Poverty is being apart from nature, community and life itself. Difficulties and hardships make us Warriors. Bless you Navajo Grandmother. I got chocked up hearing about the bread and water of life. I understand. Thank you for sharing your wisdom. ❤

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      PEOPLE PLEASE READ THIS OUTSTANDING PARAGRAPH FROM EDITH - PERFECTION IN SPIRIT AND HEART EXPLAINING PERFECTLY WHAT GRANDMA WAS MEANING IN THIS VIDEO!! Edit this is definitely one paragraph that needs to be etched upon the walls of LIFE! There is such beauty in your wise counsel and so lovely is your soul and coming to yourself in the moments you treasure in Taos and the beautiful memories that few truly understand or will have the opportunity to experience. So well said and I "salute your dignity!!" This is absolutely lovely. So filled with the spirit of God and purity in reading this, it was like a breath of fresh life giving air. Axhehee with all my soul and spirit. This is PURE HOZHO!! So grateful! Hugs from Navajo Grandm

  • @felishaa.3405
    @felishaa.3405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    God bless you and your family Navajo Grandma ❤

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Felicia, may God always be with you and that you know his presence and to know you are never ever alone. He is there always. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @felishaa.3405
      @felishaa.3405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NavajoGrandma hugs ❤

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@felishaa.3405 Words do hug. Remember that. Navajo Grandma

  • @dickeynat3
    @dickeynat3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have the privilege of mentoring Native American students. The majority of the students are Dine. Many of them know nothing about their culture. Last month I showed them some of your videos. They loved the string games. I have seen how connecting them with their people and culture has turned a light in inside of them. Thank you for producing this content; for teaching me and them. The more I learn the more I respect and love the Dine.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  ปีที่แล้ว

      This gives me joy in hearing you use my videos for educational purposes. These are life lessons my Paternal grandparents taught me. I am happy again to hear that it does turn a light bulb on in their beings as they are Dine'. Simple games are lovely to learn from. Learning wisdom and having fun. Thank you for the time you have taken to teach these Dine' students and your sacrifice. Hugs, Navajo Grandma

  • @donnafreedofmyshackles2461
    @donnafreedofmyshackles2461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I am a mixture of european, mostly Celtic. I never knew my grandparents...I will just pretend you are my Granmother. I love your videos.and admire your strength and value your beautiful wisdom.It matters only what we gain from our adversities ,how we grow.Thank You so Much.Many Blessings

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am your grandma don’t forget it. Love you. Navajo Grandma

    • @donnafreedofmyshackles2461
      @donnafreedofmyshackles2461 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NavajoGrandma Awww Love you too Granma

  • @Regina0964
    @Regina0964 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My Great grandma was indian in South Dakota, when I was younger I remember her telling stories of her young life some good some bad. I have total respect to every indian of this great nation..❤️❤️

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well grandma’s Native American genes looks pretty on you. Thank you from Navajo Grandma for taking the time to watch, listen and learn. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @Regina0964
      @Regina0964 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma ❤️

  • @terryrusselleverydayguy1613
    @terryrusselleverydayguy1613 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for the tears of love.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Russell. Thank you for truly listening. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @navajonative
    @navajonative ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank u Navajo grandma for your videos & your kind words. Love u too❤️🌷😊

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome and ayoo'axhehee!! I know you understand. Ni Masani

  • @srcottonmouth7824
    @srcottonmouth7824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you sister cousin your words pierce my Hart .

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I hope I pierced your heart with truth and understanding. Truth is truth. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @elinebrock5660
    @elinebrock5660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your thankfulness and positivity even in the face of all of the hardship and injustice you and your people have faced humbles me deeply. We are all brothers and sisters in this world, and I feel great love towards you and gratitude for your wisdom.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well thank you for these wonderful words of Hozho. Remember when you hear that song, "smile even when your heart is breaking," it is true, we need to not allow these negatives overcome us, we need to be warriors of choosing right and wrong. That is the only opposing powers in this life. You need to learn from our trials and choices that might have been forced upon us, but we are learning to be warriors for good. Smile and be a strong warrior for good. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @ProfessorDanngerCreations
    @ProfessorDanngerCreations 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Powerful content, keep inspiring the people with your teachings

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Professor, I shall try and do this. I just speak my heart and from my spirit and all my learning from my ancestors. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @marytorres4843
    @marytorres4843 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you grandma for your beautiful words and stories of wisdom. I'm a grandmother and a great grandmother. When my mother was with us there was six generations in our family. She passed at the age of 96yrs. She was the heart of the family. She kept us all together. We learned alot from her. Sometimes I loose my way. But creator God always pulls me back. Yes indeed I have alot to be grateful for! Have a beautiful day 💛 💕 grandma

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Mary Torres, what a great blessing to have family and a great blessing that you spent time learning from your grandmother. May God continue to rest her soul. She loves you and still watches over you. Remember this. We all go away at times from our teachings and the good part is like you said, God does always pull us back and forgives our silliness and yes being grateful is a virtue and being teachable watching and learning from Grandma. Hugs to you always. You are a good soul.

    • @marytorres4843
      @marytorres4843 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dear Navajo grandma through my dna I founded out I'm 51% native American. I always felted a connection to the native people. I was raised as a Mexican American. My mother would tell us stories about her mother,my grandmother that she was a native American from Mexico. My dna tells me my tribes come from Mexico. I'm so proud to be 51% native american!

  • @ebonylilyofzion177
    @ebonylilyofzion177 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I cherish your great medicine grandma. I love you, thank you so much.
    🙏🏽🌻

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You are so welcome. Hugs again. Navajo Grandma

  • @freshlandscape2463
    @freshlandscape2463 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello I am part if the Yaqui tribe I am learning some Navajo and wish to pass it on the keep the language alive take care great video!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wonderful and yes grandma know where you are. Amazing history you have from ancestors from Sonora, Mexico. Navajo Grandma

  • @stephaniekarhout5462
    @stephaniekarhout5462 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I needed to hear this. 🌺

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You are so welcome Stephanie. I say, truth is truth. Even though I share wonderful cultural blessings, there are reasons why we had to learn these cultural ways and how they are a strengths to us today. Reach out and learn your own culture too. Love you. Navajo Grandma

  • @alexandraaaron9705
    @alexandraaaron9705 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank You... I am Grateful

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Excellent comment. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @roseporter7548
    @roseporter7548 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for sharing.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for listening Rose. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @Vita-Eva
    @Vita-Eva 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am so grateful for what you teach. It helps me understand that all us natives all over the American continent have so many similarities. Thank you! ❤️

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Eva L, boy do we have everything in common like this. But now, think of what we can do to make our lives better and one of them is "not depending upon the gov't like we always have and indulging in "dependency." That is my dream that one day we can shed this awful thing and I know how the white folks did it but we are strong and can overcome all our deficiencies by bringing out our strength in culture, learn it and stand strong for good and know the difference between right and wrong. We are warriors of wisdom. Remember this. Love you. Navajo Grandma

  • @e-maikey4543
    @e-maikey4543 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ☝🌍... Thank You so much Grandma! We had the same experience and our traditions are the same in Angola Africa.... 🎶🐎🐬🐬🐬🐬🐬💜

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We are one family Eunice. Welcome to Grandma's teachings as they are alike in your life in so many ways. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @lisaschmidt8466
    @lisaschmidt8466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the paw, paw, paw teaching. I can do this on my lunch break, in my car, then go back as a more compassionate being. Your voice is beautiful.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sounds great! That is exactly what you do, grandma does. Let it go. Love you. Navajo Grandma

  • @musick123
    @musick123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Writing from P’osuwaegeh Owingeh (Pueblo of Pojoaque) here. This channel is a great thing. Kuudawohaa!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Well Yaateeh to the Santa Fe NM Pueblo. Love that place. Too expensive for my taste but gorgeous. Kuudawohaa for watching my channel. Hugs and Ahehee from Navajo Grandma.

  • @TREEHUGGAH1
    @TREEHUGGAH1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    thank you for sharing your knowledge. Much Respect

  • @Rawvirgin
    @Rawvirgin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Beautifully said. Love you.❤️

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Vera thank you again for appreciating these videos. You are my fan and I remember you always. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @Rawvirgin
      @Rawvirgin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NavajoGrandmaMy husband got tear eyes listening to your message. He said...
      Send me her channel, for I’m following her. He also mentioned that you are very articulate. ❤️

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Rawvirgin Oh Vera here I am tearing up again, shame on you. You are doing so much good to hear, listen, and share grandma. We are all so very important and need the love and hugs we give one another through even this channel interaction. Remember, "words do hug." Love you always. Navajo Grandma

  • @xikano8573
    @xikano8573 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I reverence YOU, Grandma. You remind me so much of my grandparents. They were such simple people but, man, the wisdom they carried. I was closer to my grandfather. A breadmaker from central Mexico, formally educated only 2 yrs but he was so full of wisdom. He passed on in 2011 but I still call on him whenever I need guidance.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Another WoW story comment. I love hearing about your family and what wisdom they taught you. This is another amazing grandfather to some, 2 years formal education is nothing, but to some that is all they need as wisdom is one of the greatest teachers and guidance in our lives. We learn to know what is best, knowing the difference between need and want. What an honor to hear about grandpa and also that you still call on him for his guidance. Now here is a wise soul people. Our ancestors are as close as we want them or need them. The spirit world is here on this earth. Maybe in another sphere but it is here and talk to your ancestors, ask them for help as well for guidance and wisdom over and over again. Great comment. Another comment to be etched on the Wall of Life. Thank you so much!!! Hugs from Navajo Grandma

  • @juliamartinez3014
    @juliamartinez3014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank u grandma for your beautiful words of wisdom, luv u stay safe 😘, my prayers are with you always ❤

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much Julia, you stay safe as well. Grandma loves you and I don't even need to know you, as you are precious. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @juliamartinez3014
      @juliamartinez3014 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NavajoGrandma omg your so sweet, I felt that hug all the way to sa tx,luv u grandma🥰😘❤🙋‍♀️

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@juliamartinez3014 Yes, words do hug. Remember that. Be kind. Love you. Navajo Grandma

    • @juliamartinez3014
      @juliamartinez3014 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Luv u more grandma 🥰😘😊

  • @lillygirl1303
    @lillygirl1303 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Grandma you have given such wise words to us all. You are speaking the truth about our land, our country and our God and ourselves. We are headed to hard times and oh how I wish I had more of your knowledge. I would want to know more about what is edible in our deserts. Thank you for this wonderful video. May God richly bless you and we will see each other in heaven one day.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lilly Girl, I love your beautiful name. My granddaughters name who was in the Snow Bath video. Yes, sweetheart, we need to be prepared but without fear if we are prepared. Learn, ask, read, and be teachable and pray that you find what you need. We all need certain things. Just keep watching and learning here. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @joycegonzales4994
    @joycegonzales4994 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for sharing the truth. I have lovely friends, their children are like my nephews, a wonderful Navajo family, and I appreciate you telling the truth.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Truth is truth, just allow it to teach you wisdom. Navajo Grandma

  • @cherilynne1946
    @cherilynne1946 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Dear wise sister-You inspire me to be a better, stronger, more grateful woman. Thank you for your words-for your rich perspective.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awwwww you are so precious!!! You give Grandma such honor and I am so humbled. I appreciate your wisdom cheri!! Respectful hugs from Navajo Grandma

  • @candacemeifert-polk7383
    @candacemeifert-polk7383 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you for your wisdom and teachings .. it is very sad and troubling how horrible people can treat each other in this country.... past and present! How unjustly Native people have been taken advantage of. Yet, so many of the Native cultures have survived. I hope the young people will embrace their Native cultures and language.. . this is where their strength is. Many blessings to you Grandma!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Candace our suffering has given us strength and prayers to never be repeated. We stand with wonderful ancestry like yours and it is all good. Thank you for your wonderful comment. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @habibijan
    @habibijan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm not amerindian, but I learn so much from your videos. Thank you for sharing. I hope you all get justice soon.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I appreciate that and you don't have to be Indian to be here with us, join us and learn with joy. Navajo Grandma

  • @jamiechristly4773
    @jamiechristly4773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank You so very much ! This video lasts 22 minutes and 11 seconds. Every nano second of it filled with wisdom and love. It should be watched in the schools. In my case, you prove that no one (me in particular) is too old to learn. Thank you again

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Jamie my dear friend with the same heart and spirit. Hugs, Navajo Grandma

  • @artist1q1psalmsjc32
    @artist1q1psalmsjc32 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your words are positive. Back in the day it was dangerous to share anything. I'm from the Northern Cheyenne Tribe in MT.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And artist thank goodness, we are not back in the day, we are here, now, and we are sharing cultures, love, caring, hope and sustenance, etc., with each other. And most of all celebrating our ancestors. Navajo Grandma

  • @wildwoodskimberlynewworldd5282
    @wildwoodskimberlynewworldd5282 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    We love you guys no matter what I've been off grid for 20 years with a Danae

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How wonderful. Off grid sounds so calming. Navajo Grandma

    • @wildwoodskimberlynewworldd5282
      @wildwoodskimberlynewworldd5282 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma what I find fascinating about the region the four corners area absolutely amazes me it is pure magic out there. The anastasi don't fit in I'm? And they brought the Giants here so I hear a certain breed of them anyway full of magic and awesome prophecies thank you. I live in the Washington State rainforest on the Olympic Peninsula. Their Coastal out here but the athabascans are the same they are the Denae also :-) and they understand the same language I find that amazing sending love from the rainforest

  • @lisaishii6829
    @lisaishii6829 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. 💗🙏

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you and Ahehee in Dine' Bizaad. Appreciate you watching and learning. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @ninasouza1620
    @ninasouza1620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I appreciate your wisdom that you share with us. Your stories are always waited with anticipation! I send you a hug for allowing us in your heart and loving us. You get emotional and that makes me emotional because the youths now do not hear or listen. Know that I appreciate your time, wisdom, and the love for us. Please take care of yourself.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Nina my dear one, your comment of Hozho is precious and Ahehee. Grandma loves you and yes, I desire to teach you all and to be a light as it were on a hill to beckon each of you how important it is to know that your lives in this century is incredible, that you have so much to offer, to teach through your own knowledge, to be an example and a blessing to those in your community or wherever you go. We need to stand and be strong. We are not mere mice but Lions in the wilderness. Hugs. Grandma

    • @ninasouza1620
      @ninasouza1620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NavajoGrandma I greatly appreciate you. Thank you again, Grandma.

  • @skafazzation666
    @skafazzation666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sending you love and gratitude from the mountains of Sicily, for this great and much appreciated message. 🌟

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      'ciao'. F Alba, Hi there from Navajo Grandma, Oh my goodness, so far away but so close!! How the mountains of sicily sounds so lovely now, I can't imagine how beautiful it is there. It is awful to associate what Americans do with Sicily and the Mafia, its not funny but the Mormon church there pays the Mafia money to have their churches there. Wow. But thank you for watching Navajo Grandma and hope and pray you are having a wonderful life there and things are well with you. Pray always is what I tell others and know there are things in our lives that most do not know and dare not share. I only speak truth and that is not what people speak now. Too busy under mining goodness and honesty. I pray you do enjoy other videos grandma has made. I send my hugs across the great waters to you and know you are prayed for and loved even though this is online, we still can talk and words still do hug and hugs to one another. Navajo Grandma

    • @skafazzation666
      @skafazzation666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@NavajoGrandma thank you so much, your lovely words are received with much gratitude

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@skafazzation666 💗💗💗💗💗💗!!! Gma

  • @phyllisking7562
    @phyllisking7562 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you for sharing with your great wisdom.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful! Hugs to you. Navajo Grandma

  • @davidayala5153
    @davidayala5153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love you Navajo Grandma and all my Navajo friends. Peace to you through hope and strength.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      David axhehee so much and again for watching a video that truly came from my heart and could have said more but what was said was true and fact. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

  • @isamidnight
    @isamidnight 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this perspective. I worry for people who don't have water and electricity during Covid. I hope they're able to stay safe and well. Hugs to you, Grandma.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We have aquifers and can get water for ourselves too. Navajo Grandma

  • @tired_of_u_ppl7985
    @tired_of_u_ppl7985 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you I love you too ☺️

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How could gma not love you Melisa Lopez. Hugs always. Navajo Grandma

  • @Wendy-zl8kv
    @Wendy-zl8kv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Oh thank you friend for sharing your family with us.
    God bless!! You have touched my heart so much!
    Yes the things the government has done has been criminal!

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes the Gov't did do awful things and they continue to do so, but we are at the helm of our own ship, either we choose to be driven or we drive ourselves to greater heights and to not depend outside of ourselves but look to God. Stand for truth and right. Hugs. Navajo Grandma

    • @Wendy-zl8kv
      @Wendy-zl8kv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NavajoGrandma you are a beautiful spirit 🦅

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Wendy-zl8kv Back at you Wendy77!! Navajo Grandma

  • @P.F.3.
    @P.F.3. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for reminding me of how much I have been blessed.
    You are rich in spirit and strength.
    Bless you and your families.

    • @NavajoGrandma
      @NavajoGrandma  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thank you and yes we are definitely all blessed, just sometimes it doesn't feel like it. This days is when prayer gets us up and moves us forward. Love you. Navajo Grandma

    • @P.F.3.
      @P.F.3. 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NavajoGrandma
      I agree, I used to be homeless in a truck with my dogs and friend for 4 years. I never stopped praying and God sent many people to aid in my survival to answer my prayers. Father sky is real and his son is also . I'm no longer homeless and I have employment in my long life skill. I'm a chef.
      I live humbly and now feed others . I still pray for healing and strength for what is about to occur.
      Peace and love
      Chef